Benin – Women’s Football: Player Dandjesso Jobie denounces lesbianism in the championship

A controversy is currently shaking the world of Beninese women’s football following the controversial statements of Dandjesso Jobie Joyce, also known as Nana Benz. In a post on social media, the player expressed her displeasure at what she describes as advances from lesbian footballers in the championship.

In a message posted on her Facebook page, Dandjesso Jobie Joyce declared: “I do not know your personal reasons that lead you to become lesbian. Up to you are boys and women inside.” She also accuses external influences, particularly training provided by foreigners, of contributing to the emergence of this situation.

The footballer claims to have noticed this trend since her early days in football. According to her, some players believe that being a lesbian is a criterion for recognition and success in the sports world. She also reports having been marginalized by some of her teammates because of her refusal to engage in this lifestyle.

Dandjesso Jobie Joyce’s remarks have sparked a strong reaction within the Beninese football community, dividing opinions between those who support her stance and those who condemn her comments as discriminatory and stigmatizing towards the LGBTQ+ community. Some have praised her courage for addressing a taboo subject in sports, while others have criticized her lack of tolerance and open-mindedness towards sexual diversity.